How to Roast Asparagus
Quick and easy roasted asparagus seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of parmesan for a healthy, kid-friendly side dish.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 76kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds thin to medium asparagus spears tough ends trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- salt & pepper to taste
- fresh lemon juice and grated parmesan optional for serving
Instructions
- Prep:Preheat oven to 400°. Lightly grease a rimmed sheet pan.
- Season asparagus:Place asparagus on the prepared sheet pan and season with olive oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Make sure to toss it well, then spread in a single layer.2 pounds thin to medium asparagus spears, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, salt & pepper
- Roast:Roast the asparagus for 10-15 minutes, or until tender and starting to get lightly browned at the ends.
- Finish:Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parmesan cheese just before serving, if you like.fresh lemon juice and grated parmesan
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 458mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1715IU | Vitamin C: 12.7mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 4.9mg